hi, im really worried im 24 weeks pregnant and have been taking codeine since week 16 for migraines which the doctor gave me and has told me they are safe but i still can't stop worrying. they are the only things that even touches the pain. i wanted to know if anyone else has taken codeine and there babies were ok? please help

Sat Sep 21, 2013 7:59 am

KayleeMundy

Joined: Mon Oct 22, 2012 12:33 pmPosts: 0

Re: taking codeine in pregnancy

I also have been taking codeine for the same reason im now 37 weeks pregnant with a very active & healthy baby! I tend to take them and then see if I can manage for a few days when the migraine eases x

Sat Sep 21, 2013 3:30 pm

louinic1

Joined: Tue Jul 23, 2013 1:01 pmPosts: 0

Re: taking codeine in pregnancy

Codeine is ok to use in pregnancy as long as its not for more than 3 days at a time and is necessary. However they recommend not using it in the last trimester as baby can become dependant on it (its an opiate) and can cause difficulties after birth as well as being less effective during labour. They also advise not to use if you intend on breastfeeding as this passes into the milk.

Sat Sep 21, 2013 4:21 pm

sxcleigh56

Joined: Sat Feb 25, 2006 12:50 pmPosts: 0

Re: taking codeine in pregnancy

I used it from 16 weeks until 37 weeks everyday and my baby girl is 8 weeks now! And perfectly healthy. X

Sat Sep 21, 2013 6:21 pm

libbyg78

Joined: Mon Apr 22, 2013 8:51 pmPosts: 0

Re: taking codeine in pregnancy

I used codeine for pelvic pain from 26 weeks until 37 weeks and my three month old boy is healthy and perfect